Maker Studio Graduate Assistant – Design Center

Barnard College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Barnard College's Design Center seeks a Graduate Assistant to support daily operations, training, and community engagement on campus in New York. You will supervise open hours, assist with tool training, maintain a clean, safe space, and help with workshops and communications under the supervision of the Associate Director.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a graduate program, hold a bachelor’s degree, and have hands-on experience with design tools or makerspace environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Enrollment in a Graduate Degree program.
• Competencies in sewing, textile arts, 3D printing, laser cutting, woodworking or wearables programming.
• Proficient with Illustrator, AutoCAD/Rhino, Tinkercad or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-facing support during open hours, ensuring safe tool use and supervision of undergrad staff on weekends/evenings.
• Assist with training new student employees on Center tools and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the space; assist with deliveries, inventory, and restocking.
• Provide basic equipment maintenance and communicate needs for major repairs.

Skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Enrollment in Graduate Degree program

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

AutoCAD

Rhino

Tinkercad

Job description

Barnard College's Design Center seeks a Graduate Assistant to support daily operations, training, and community engagement on campus in New York. You will supervise open hours, assist with tool training, maintain a clean, safe space, and help with workshops and communications under the supervision of the Associate Director.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in a graduate program, hold a bachelor’s degree, and have hands-on experience with design tools or makerspace environments.